More Infomation On Electrical Inspection and Testing

What is a fixed electrical installation?
Many improvements carried out in the home include some form of fixed electrical installation. For example, a new kitchen may require your electrician to install additional sockets, extra lighting and appliances. A fixed installation is the wiring and appliances that are fixed to the building, such as sockets, switches, consumer units (fuse boxes) and ceiling fittings.

What is the electrical safety law?
Electrical safety requirements will be included in a new Part P will be listed as Part P of the Building Regulations. The Building Regulations deal with the health and safety of people in and around buildings by providing functional requirements for building design and construction. The law will state that any persons carrying out fixed electrical installations in households in England and Wales must ensure that electrical installations are: Designed and installed to afford appropriate protection against mechanical and thermal damage, and so that they do not present electric shock and fire hazards to people Suitably inspected and tested to verify that they meet the relevant equipment and installation standards